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PSC promotes officer to DIG, 26119 others to ASPs
The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of one Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG), two Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs), and 26,119 Inspectors. The decision was taken at the Commission’s 3rd Plenary Meeting on Thursday.
Under the chairmanship of DIG Hashimu Argungu, the PSC ratified the elevation of Assistant Inspector-General of Police Funsho Adegboye to the rank of DIG. Commissioners of Police Danjuma Aboki and Dansabo Idi were promoted to AIG.
According to Torty Kalu, Head of Protocol and Public Affairs at the PSC, the promotions followed a rigorous, merit-based process, including written examinations and oral interviews conducted by the Commission.
In a landmark decision emphasizing career progression, the PSC also approved the promotion of 26,119 Inspectors to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police II (ASP II), based on their outstanding performance in the recently concluded Departmental Selection Board Examination.
Kalu said, “DIG Funsho Adegboye, mni: Until his elevation, he served as the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Police Mobile Force (PMF), Force Headquarters, Abuja. With a distinguished career spanning decades, DIG Adegboye has served in critical departments including Operations, Training, and Administration. He has held command positions such as Divisional Police Officer, Area Commander in Ijero and Ile-Ife, Deputy Commissioner of Police Operations in Ondo State, and Commissioner of Police in Homicide (FCID), Force Intelligence Department (FID), and Edo State Command.
“His international experience includes service with United Nations Missions in Kosovo, Liberia, Timor, and Somalia.
“AIG Danjuma Aboki: The newly promoted officer was, until now, the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Police Command.
“AIG Dansabo Idi: Prior to his promotion, he served as the Acting AIG in charge of Research and Planning, Force Headquarters, Abuja. His extensive service includes roles as a Divisional Police Officer in several divisions across Kebbi and Kaduna states, Officer-in-Charge of the Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) in Kebbi, and postings at the Force CID Abuja. He has also served as Area Commander in Yauri, Owo, Awe, and Kosoboso; Commander of the 63 PMF Ikorodu, Lagos; Deputy Commissioner of Operations for Zone 1, Lagos; Commandant of the Police College, Kaduna; and Commissioner of Police, Investment, Force Headquarters, Abuja.”
Kalu, Chairman of the Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu (rtd), while congratulating the newly promoted officers, reaffirmed the PSC’s unwavering commitment to transparency, meritocracy, and best practices in all appointment and promotion processes.
He stated, “The Commission is dedicated to recognizing hard work, dedication, and competence. These promotions are a testament to that commitment. I urge all the promoted officers to see their new ranks as a call to greater service, higher responsibility, and redoubled dedication to the safety and security of our nation.”
The Chairman also commended the diligence of the PSC Standing Committee on NPF Matters, led by DIG (Dr.) Taiwo Lakanu (rtd) and other Board Members for their thoroughness and dedication throughout the examination and interview exercises.
He said the Police Service Commission remains focused on its mandate of overseeing human resource management within the Nigeria Police Force to ensure a professional, efficient, and service-driven institution.
Ex-Kaduna State Governor, Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, has accused the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) of procuring a highly toxic chemical compound, thallium sulphate, allegedly capable of being used for assassinations.
In a statement posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, El-Rufai claimed that information available to opposition political leaders suggested that the office of the National Security Adviser, headed by Nuhu Ribadu, had imported approximately 10 kilograms of thallium sulphate from a supplier in Poland.
The former governor said he had formally written to the ONSA seeking urgent clarification over the alleged transaction, describing the matter as one of grave public concern.
A fire outbreak at the Singer Market in Kano has destroyed properties worth over N5 billion, affecting over 1,000 businesses and leaving seven persons missing.
The market’s Chairman, Alhaji Junaid Zakari, disclosed this to newsmen in kano on Sunday.
Zakari described the incident as one of the worst tragedies in the market’s history, with four residential buildings housing small-scale businesses razed.
Goods, equipment, and valuables were completely burnt, crippling the livelihoods of hundreds of families.
The chairman further revealed that seven persons were declared missing as of the time of filing this report.
Zakari added that investigations were ongoing to determine their whereabouts to confirm whether they were alive or dead.
He said emergency responders and security agencies were working to unravel the cause of the fire.
Zakari described the incident as a tragedy that would never be forgotten in the history of the historic market, stressing the urgent need for support to enable the affected traders to rebuild their businesses.
He, however, commended Gov. Abba Yusuf for visiting the scene while the fire was still raging, stating that the Governor’s swift response demonstrated concern and solidarity with the victims.
Authorities are yet to officially determine the cause of the inferno, as the affected traders continued to salvage what remained of their properties.
Alhaji Isa Abubakar, a shop owner, said he lost goods worth over N200 million, saying, “from God we come, to Him we shall return.
“I am here and it is heartbreaking to see goods worth billions of Naira destroyed by fire.”
Abubakar commended Yusuf for visiting the scene, demonstrating concern and solidarity with the victims.
Musa Ibrahim, a market trader, recounted his experience, saying that he lost goods worth over N340 million in the fire.
“The fire had consumed everything we had,” he said, pointing to the remains of his shop
The Units Chairmen’s Forum of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Ughelli North chapter led by Coach Charles Tuedor held an interactive session with Elders, Leaders, and Stakeholders at the residence of Amb. Thompson O. Akpososo in Afiesere Community on February 14, 2026.
The meeting was marked by a significant donation: Hon Chief George Osikorobia, the first Ughelli North Local Government Council Chairman elected under the PDP platform, donated a party secretariat to the PDP. He urged the units chairmen to continue spreading the party’s message across the LGA.
Party leaders, including Hon Pastor Stephen Kesiena Nomuoja and Hon Daniel Emaye, commended the units chairmen for their unwavering efforts and commitments towards the party’s growth. They urged them to remain steadfast and continue working towards the party’s success.
Hon Dr Olotu Akpodiete JP, the Ughelli North, South, and Udu Federal Constituency House of Reps Aspirant, represented by Hon. Ovo Erhabor thanked the units chairmen for their resilience and assured them that the party will overcome its current challenges. He urged the unit chairmen to sensitize the electorates on the importance of getting their voters’ cards, emphasizing that it is crucial for the party’s success in 2027.
The meeting organizers thanked sponsors, including Hon.Dr.Olotu Akpodiete JP,Hon.Oke Umurhohwo,Pastor Kesiena Nomuoja,Madam Rita Agbah, Hon. Daniel Emaye,Hon. Alex Akporute, Amb. Comrade Kpoharor Emmanuel, Chief Scott Udu, Hon. Karo Akpososo among others
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